Questions related to: Kitesurf

Building confidence and trusting your equipment is the first hurdle for many.

Being tied to a kite can be scary at first, but a good instructor will help you relax and will show you how safe modern kite equipment is, as long as you use it correctly. It takes some people a long time to build up enough confidence to get started: The biggest challenge for some is taking the leap of signing up for their first lesson.

There is no need to buy anything right away, as any good instructor will provide you with the equipment. You will have a better idea of ​​what to buy when you have completed the course.
For example, the location you plan to kiteboard in will make a difference in the size of kite you need

Also, it may fall short if you buy it too soon. There are times when beginners learn with a seat harness, a larger board, and a life jacket. Later on, you’ll probably want to switch to a waist harness, a smaller board, and a lower profile vest. You always have the option to trade or sell your equipment when it falls short.

Most newbies are completely new to board sports, water sports and kite flying, so lessons always start from scratch.
There are many beginners who have never flown a kite or even done another water sport in their life. Some have not even put on a wetsuit. But, for safety reasons, you should be comfortable swimming in open water.

There is no specific answer to this question, since it will depend on your previous experience and your speed or ability to learn.

The normal thing is that after about 10 hours you will be able to start sailing without the supervision of a friend who practices, or a monitor.

The normal thing is to divide those hours into 3 or 4 days. From there, the user usually already has the necessary initial knowledge. Although it is true, the instructor must corroborate it and make sure that you can go sailing alone.

In this guide about the Private Kitesurf course you will find an estimate on how many hours we recommend in our school to learn how to kitesurf

Yes, a child can learn to kitesurf, with proper precautions and supervision.

The new adaptations of kitesurfing equipment make it possible for even the little ones to have equipment adapted to their needs.

It is essential that the child has a good understanding of the aquatic environment and a minimum of physical capacity. Additionally, lessons are conducted with a qualified instructor who adapts teaching to the child’s age and abilities.

Safety is paramount, and all precautionary measures must be followed, including wearing appropriate protective equipment and practicing under controlled conditions.

The average duration to understand and master the handling of the kite until you can sail in both directions safely (waterstart) ranges between 9 and 15 hours.

This period is subject to your skill and the favorable weather conditions for kiting. It is not directly linked to the person’s physical condition, but rather to coordination and mental disposition.